Patents by Inventor Sidney Fleischman
Sidney Fleischman has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20230293164Abstract: The invention provides surgical methods, devices, apparatus, and systems for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty. The embodiments of the invention comprise at least one index metacarpal anchor, at least one thumb metacarpal anchor, at least one sling for positioning the thumb metacarpal anchor relative to the index metacarpal anchor, and at least one anchor washer for tightening and securing the sling(s) without the need to tie the suture(s) components of the sling(s) into knots. Index and thumb metacarpal anchors comprise at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the respective metacarpal. The anchor washer may incorporate one or more sling-engagement mechanisms.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2022Publication date: September 21, 2023Inventors: Sidney Fleischman, James Whayne, Izi Bruker, Jeanne L. DelSignore, Kevin L. Ohashi, James Christopher Harber
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Patent number: 11484301Abstract: The invention provides surgical methods, devices, apparatus, and systems for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty. The embodiments of the invention comprise at least one index metacarpal anchor, at least one thumb metacarpal anchor, at least one sling for positioning the thumb metacarpal anchor relative to the index metacarpal anchor, and at least one anchor washer for tightening and securing the sling(s) without the need to tie the suture(s) components of the sling(s) into knots. Index and thumb metacarpal anchors comprise at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the respective metacarpal. The anchor washer may incorporate one or more sling-engagement mechanisms.Type: GrantFiled: August 16, 2018Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: Simparo Inc.Inventors: Sidney Fleischman, James Whayne, Izi Bruker, Jeanne L. DelSignore, Kevin L. Ohashi, James Christopher Harber
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Publication number: 20190117210Abstract: The invention provides surgical methods, devices, apparatus, and systems for supporting the thumb of a patient after basal joint arthroplasty. The embodiments of the invention comprise at least one index metacarpal anchor, at least one thumb metacarpal anchor, at least one sling for positioning the thumb metacarpal anchor relative to the index metacarpal anchor, and at least one anchor washer for tightening and securing the sling(s) without the need to tie the suture(s) components of the sling(s) into knots. Index and thumb metacarpal anchors comprise at least one bone-engaging element for engaging the respective metacarpal. The anchor washer may incorporate one or more sling-engagement mechanisms.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2018Publication date: April 25, 2019Inventors: Sidney Fleischman, James Whayne, Izi Bruker, Jeanne L. DelSignore, Kevin L. Ohashi, James Christopher Harber
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Publication number: 20120158020Abstract: Devices, systems and methods are disclosed for repairing soft tissue. The surgical system allows for the creation of tissue repair by grasping, aligning and sewing or fixing tissue. For example, this system may be used for clipping together excessive capsular tissue and reducing the overall capsular volume. The deployment device includes a central grasping mechanism and an outer clip delivery system. The clip embodiments may be single or multi-component (penetration and locking base components) that penetrate tissue layers and deploy or lock to clip the tissue together. An example of the system is used to reduce the joint capsule tissue laxity and reduces the potential for subluxation or dislocation of the joint by either restricting inferior laxity (anterior or posterior) and resolving or eliminating pathologic anterior or posterior translation.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2011Publication date: June 21, 2012Inventors: Heber CROCKETT, John WRIGHT, James G. WHAYNE, Kevin L. OHASHI, Sidney FLEISCHMAN
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Publication number: 20110112558Abstract: A method and apparatus for biceps tenodesis or attachment of other tendon, or other soft tissue to bone. The tissue fixation system incorporates a single component anchor fabricated from a unitary piece or thin wafers bonded into a single component. The anchors incorporate features to engage a tendon or other soft tissue and maintain that engagement as the anchor and tendon are positioned into a bone tunnel or channel. The anchor secures to bone ensuring the tendon or other soft tissue are engaged within the bone tunnel or channel to produce the required fixation.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 4, 2010Publication date: May 12, 2011Applicant: OC2, LLC, a Massachusetts limited liability companyInventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman, Kevin Ohashi, Dennis Godfrey, Paul V. Fenton
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Publication number: 20100137887Abstract: Devices, systems and methods are disclosed for repairing soft tissue. The surgical system allows for the creation of tissue repair by grasping, aligning and sewing or fixing tissue. For example, this system may be used for clipping together excessive capsular tissue and reducing the overall capsular volume. The deployment device includes a central grasping mechanism and an outer clip delivery system. The clip embodiments may be single or multi-component (penetration and locking base components) that penetrate tissue layers and deploy or lock to clip the tissue together. An example of the system is used to reduce the joint capsule tissue laxity and reduces the potential for subluxation or dislocation of the joint by either restricting inferior laxity (anterior or posterior) and resolving or eliminating pathologic anterior or posterior translation.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 19, 2009Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: CAYENNE MEDICAL, INC.Inventors: Heber Crockett, John Wright, James G. Whayne, Kevin L. Ohashi, Sidney Fleischman
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Publication number: 20080097488Abstract: Devices for insertion into an atrial appendage of stasis reducing components such as mesh members, chemical bonding agents or expandable anchors are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 13, 2007Publication date: April 24, 2008Inventors: SIDNEY FLEISCHMAN, JAMES WHAYNE, THOMAS BOURNE, DAVID SWANSON
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Publication number: 20070250058Abstract: Methods for using a surgical device integrating a suction mechanism with a coagulation mechanism for improving lesion creation capabilities. The device comprises an elongate member having an insulative covering attached about means for coagulating soft tissue. Openings through the covering expose regions of the coagulation-causing elements and are coupled to lumens in the elongate member which are routed to a vacuum source and a fluid source to passively transport fluid along the contacted soft tissue surface in order to push the maximum temperature deeper into tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2007Publication date: October 25, 2007Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: James WHAYNE, Sidney Fleischman, Earl Rogers
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Publication number: 20070249991Abstract: Methods and devices described herein facilitate improved treatment of body organs.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 19, 2007Publication date: October 25, 2007Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman, Rebecca Neubert, Earl Rogers
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Publication number: 20070083225Abstract: Methods and devices described herein facilitate diaphragm entry for posterior access of body organs.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2006Publication date: April 12, 2007Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: Andy Kiser, James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman, Earl Rogers, Rebecca Neubert
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Publication number: 20070083082Abstract: Methods and devices described herein facilitate diaphragm entry for posterior access of body organs.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2006Publication date: April 12, 2007Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: Andy Kiser, James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman, Earl Rogers
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Publication number: 20070043351Abstract: A surgical device integrating a suction mechanism with a coagulation mechanism is provided for improving lesion creation capabilities. The device comprises an elongate member having an insulative covering attached about means for coagulating soft tissue. Openings through the covering expose regions of the coagulation-causing elements and are coupled to lumens in the elongate member which are routed to a vacuum source. A fluid source to passively transport fluid along the contacted soft tissue surface may be provided in order to push the maximum temperature deeper into tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2006Publication date: February 22, 2007Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: Sidney Fleischman, James Whayne, Earl Rogers
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Publication number: 20060293646Abstract: A surgical device integrating a suction mechanism with a coagulation mechanism is provided for improving lesion creation capabilities. The device comprises an elongate member having an insulative covering attached about means for coagulating soft tissue. Openings through the covering expose regions of the coagulation-causing elements and are coupled to lumens in the elongate member which are routed to a vacuum source. A fluid source to passively transport fluid along the contacted soft tissue surface may be provided in order to push the maximum temperature deeper into tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 18, 2005Publication date: December 28, 2006Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman
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Publication number: 20060235381Abstract: An embodiment of the invention includes a surgical device for coagulating soft tissue such as atrial tissue in the treatment of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and atrial tachycardia; tendon or ligament shrinkage; or articular cartilage removal. The surgical device integrates a suction mechanism with the coagulation mechanism improving the lesion creation capabilities of the device. The surgical device comprises an elongate member having an insulative covering attached about conductive elements capable of coagulating soft tissue when radiofrequency or direct current energy is transmitted to the conductive elements. Openings through the insulative covering expose regions of the conductive elements and are coupled to lumens in the elongate member which are routed to a vacuum source. Suction causes the soft tissue to actively engage the opening thus the integrated, exposed conductive elements to facilitate the coagulation process and ensure the lesions created are consistent, continuous, and transmural.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2006Publication date: October 19, 2006Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman
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Publication number: 20060206113Abstract: An embodiment of the invention includes a surgical device for coagulating soft tissue such as atrial tissue in the treatment of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and atrial tachycardia; tendon or ligament shrinkage; or articular cartilage removal. The surgical device integrates a suction mechanism with the coagulation mechanism improving the lesion creation capabilities of the device. The surgical device comprises an elongate member having an insulative covering attached about conductive elements capable of coagulating soft tissue when radiofrequency or direct current energy is transmitted to the conductive elements. Openings through the insulative covering expose regions of the conductive elements and are coupled to lumens in the elongate member which are routed to a vacuum source. Suction causes the soft tissue to actively engage the opening thus the integrated, exposed conductive elements to facilitate the coagulation process and ensure the lesions created are consistent, continuous, and transmural.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 12, 2006Publication date: September 14, 2006Applicant: nContact Surgical, Inc.Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman
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Publication number: 20060200124Abstract: An embodiment of the invention includes a surgical device for coagulating soft tissue such as atrial tissue in the treatment of atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and atrial tachycardia; tendon or ligament shrinkage; or articular cartilage removal. The surgical device integrates a suction mechanism with the coagulation mechanism improving the lesion creation capabilities of the device. The surgical device comprises an elongate member having an insulative covering attached about conductive elements capable of coagulating soft tissue when radiofrequency or direct current energy is transmitted to the conductive elements. Openings through the insulative covering expose regions of the conductive elements and are coupled to lumens in the elongate member which are routed to a vacuum source. Suction causes the soft tissue to actively engage the opening thus the integrated, exposed conductive elements to facilitate the coagulation process and ensure the lesions created are consistent, continuous, and transmural.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 23, 2006Publication date: September 7, 2006Applicant: NCONTACT SURGICAL, INC.Inventors: James WHAYNE, Sidney FLEISCHMAN
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Publication number: 20060189975Abstract: A catheter assembly comprises a first branch body having a first axis, a second branch body extending in a non-parallel relationship with respect to the first axis, and at least one electrode carried by the second branch body. In use, the first branch body can be located within a pulmonary vein within the left atrium, while the electrode carried by the second branch body is located in contact with endocardial tissue outside the pulmonary vein. Ablation energy can be transmitted from the electrode to contacted endocardial tissue while the first branch body is located within the pulmonary vein.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2006Publication date: August 24, 2006Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman, Russell Thompson, David Swanson, Yi Yang
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Publication number: 20060155287Abstract: Devices, systems and methods for fixation of tendon to bone are described. An exemplary surgical implant is a modified bone anchor that is able to grasp the tendon and hold it firmly in a bone tunnel. Once deployed, the anchor delivers lateral compression to the tendon, providing direct tendon to bone compression to facilitate healing. The anchor has different versions which allow it to be attached to the tendon prior to insertion into the bone tunnel, or be inserted between tendon arms when the surgical procedure dictates. The resulting tendon to bone compression allows for the firm fixation in a manner markedly simpler than traditional techniques. A modification of this anchor can also allow the anchor to grasp and hold suture. This variation facilitates the technique for knotless rotator cuff repair.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2005Publication date: July 13, 2006Inventors: Kenneth Montgomery, Sidney Fleischman, James Whayne, Kevin Ohashi, Nicanor Domingo, John Wright, Derek Harper, Heber Crockett
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Publication number: 20060020162Abstract: Surgical systems for less invasive access to and isolation of an atrial appendage are provided. A suturing grasper compresses soft tissue structures and deploys one or more sutures through complimentary pledget(s) carried by the grasper. The pledgets are reinforced, containing support members that define the profile of the stitch and distribute stresses applied by the stitch, once tightened, over a length of tissue. This hardware may be applicable to other surgical and catheter based applications as well including: compressing soft tissue structures lung resections and volume reductions; gastric procedures associated with reduction in volume, aneurysm repair, vessel ligation, or other procedure involving isolation of, resection of, and reduction of anatomic structures.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2005Publication date: January 26, 2006Applicant: Ablatrics, Inc.Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman
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Publication number: 20060004388Abstract: Surgical systems for less invasive access to and isolation of an atrial appendage are provided. A suturing grasper compresses soft tissue structures and deploys one or more sutures through complimentary pledget(s) carried by the grasper. The pledgets are reinforced, containing support members that define the profile of the stitch and distribute stresses applied by the stitch, once tightened, over a length of tissue. This hardware may be applicable to other surgical and catheter based applications as well including: compressing soft tissue structures lung resections and volume reductions; gastric procedures associated with reduction in volume, aneurysm repair, vessel ligation, or other procedure involving isolation of, resection of, and reduction of anatomic structures.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2005Publication date: January 5, 2006Applicant: Ablatrics, Inc.Inventors: James Whayne, Sidney Fleischman